Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

The engine and transmission in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines or transmissions with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.

Now that you know why your turbo is necessary, you’ll want to know what the turbocharger is made of. Turbos are intricate and precise components, but not actually all that complicated or difficult to understand. Here’s a rundown on the parts of a turbocharger, from Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO.

Whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel, your truck is a complex piece of equipment. Emissions systems, fuel systems, and systems you’ve probably never heard of all work together to keep your truck going strong. Sometimes, however, a warning light will pop up on your dash, and leave you wondering what’s going on. From ABS to Check Engine Lights, Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO has you covered.

If you drive a Duramax, Powerstroke, or Cummins diesel, you’ve got a truck that’s built for power and reliability. From our team here at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, here are the keys to unlocking the secret of a finely tuned diesel pickup.

Diesel trucks are known for their incredibly reliable engines. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, we know that the key to a reliable engine is good maintenance. In fleet trucks, the difference between a truck that lasts a million miles and a truck that needs new engine hinges on how well it has been maintained.

Whether you drive a Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke diesel truck, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with turbochargers. Over the past couple of decades, turbos have nearly become stock equipment on diesel pickups, and are becoming increasingly common on gas vehicles as well. But what are they, how do they work, and why are they there? Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO has the answers.

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

Modern vehicles are becoming increasingly complex, and as a result, computer diagnostic systems are becoming a necessity rather than a convenience. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, our state of the art technology and trained technicians are ready to diagnose any transmission issue you may be experiencing with your car, truck, or SUV.

Your exhaust is an essential part of your truck’s sound, performance, and aesthetic. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, our technicians are ready and able to provide any exhaust service your Chevy, Ford, or Dodge diesel requires, from stock repairs to completely custom installations.

Fleet vehicles see a lot of wear and tear and need to be well taken care of if you expect them to last. For the best care, you need to choose technicians that are quick, efficient, know how to read the diagnostics and treat the issues. Our team at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO has the experience and training necessary to diagnose and repair any issues that your fleet might be facing. 

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. So how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we have the answers.

If your brake lights are giving you trouble, it’s something you want to get fixed. It’s a safety hazard, and you might also get a ticket out of it. Why aren’t they working, and what can you do about it? Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO has the answers.

Currently, the future of electric vehicles looks promising - though it won’t likely replace your Duramax, Powerstroke, or Cummins engine any time soon. Still, we don’t know what the immediate future holds. This battle was waged once before in the past, with combustion engines taking the throne over electric power. Here’s a brief history of electric automobiles, from Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO.